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3 minutes ago, bigbusaryder said:

I've been scheduled for the 13th of Nov!

Congratulations! This is such a great group of support. I wish you the best~

4 hours ago, Shoppindiva02 said:

To my fellow 11/4 Sleevers (@mckrag14 and @gwoodgm) let’s stay in contact with each other. To help each other along the way pre and post op. Hope to here how you guys are doing.

Thanks shoppindiva! Great idea. FYI....I've been trying different Protein Shakes. My Dr. suggested Unjury. I found it at Unjury.com. Bought several different items....ready to drink, and powered chocolate.Like them both a lot, not as sweet as some of the others. Also a canister of unflavored and put scoop in oatmeal this AM. Held my appetite well today! I'm on a 1200 cal diet until Sat before then liquids. Take care!!

On September 29, 2019 at 9:32 AM, kia h said:

any one having a sleeve done in nov mine nov 1 I need a buddy to help me along on this journey

Hi Kia, My surgery is set for 11/4. Started my 2 week 1200 cal ---going ok so far. Keep in touch---let me know how you're doing!

Gloria

My surgeon suggested several to try---one of those being Unjury. I ordered a mix of items from Unjury.com. So far, I really like the pre-made shakes. Not too sweet. Also have flavorless Protein powder to add to foods...no taste. I like what I've tried and plan to order more before 11/4 surgery.

On July 31, 2019 at 9:51 PM, cam128 said:

I am 5'2" tall and 180 lbs, looking for an advice which procedure best and safest. I spoke to my family doctor and suggested the balloon but my worry there, can I maintain my weight after taking the balloon out after 6 months or gain back? I did Keto for 4 months and lost 20 lbs but gained back when I traveled somewhere for 2 weeks as I used to do exercise and cook my Keto food. Until I slowly feel that my weight gained back and can't keep my keto routine and exercise.

My family doctor says Gastric Sleeve surgery is irreversible and if there is an infection and something wrong or not for me, I can't put it back. And later on, there must be a serious side effect.

And now I am here, I don't know what to do. Please drop advise and opinion and encouragement here please!!!!!!!!!

In complete agreement with above posters. Meet with Bariatric surgeon and team. Learn all that you can about the procedure. I was able to gain information by following medical twitter and the bariatric thought leaders that post some of the latest data on metabolic changes that surgery brings. Also I found a great podcast by Reeger Cortell ARNP, called "Weight Loss Surgery Podcast". In the past 6 months I only experienced one unprofessional encounter, and that was with Cardiologist during appointment for cardiac clearance. Was scheduled for this next Monday but got the call today to postpone 2 weeks as I'm just getting over bronchitis. Reset for 11/4. Good luck to you! Let us know how things are going!

16 hours ago, pssk said:

You will rock it!

They did some kind of pain block while in surgery. That lasts a few days I hear. So that made walking around the hospital easier for me, I bet.

Since I was walking they were able to remove those pressure socks that inflate to prevent blood clots. That was a plus.

Best of luck on the 21st!

Thank you so much for the encouragement! Countdown begins for Monday. Keeping my mind focused on the overall outcome. When thoughts of certain foods come to mind, I acknowledge it and remind myself of the major change in health that's around the corner. Can't want to golf, ride a bike and the many activities I used to enjoy. I'm so grateful to be able to share on this website.

Great news! Thanks so much for posting! Wishing you a quick complete recovery. I'm on for Monday 10/21.

Thanks all for the post-op info! My surgery is next Monday 10/21.

SISSYJ - Thanks for sharing your story! I turned 60 in May. My VSG is scheduled for next Monday 10/21. Like you mentioned, I can't wait to get back to my old self--yet embracing the changes that will come with surgery. Keep in touch!

JRT Mom...

Yes! Please let me know how you're getting along. Best of luck for a very successful surgery day.

Take care-

Gloria

Scheduled for 10/21. Yes, I've had ALL of these feelings and emotions since my final pre-op meeting with my surgeon last week. Mz. Dion--yes! Think about the big picture. We are all worth it! Stay strong everyone.

2 hours ago, tonbra32 said:

I had my first WLS consultation at Oregon Health Sciences University (OHSU) this week. They took a blood draw to check my Vitamin levels and found my ferratin was high at 700. I already have really high triglycerides (~650 range) which is one of the motivators for having the surgery ( comorbiditys from Obesity). Did anyone else have a really high ferratin level and tryglyceride level as a result of your obesity?

Yes! I understand....this is a long story--started in April-- but through this process of work-up for VSG, involving--Rheumatologist, Internist and GI, my ferritin came back at 1900 and Iron saturation at 68% also elevated LFT for years and not a drinker. Diagnosed with Hereditary Hemochromotosis a month ago! I'm a nurse and was not familiar with it. I hope this helps. PM me if need more info. Finally I have an answer to years of debilating fatigue etc etc. My VSG is scheduled for 10/21! Can't wait!

I'm so happy for you Mike! Keep moving forward--you're an inspiration to all!

Thanks for sharing your story....I too travel for work and I'm planning to have my surgery in a major city 3 hours from my home. My surgeon is highly recommended and excellent program. I saw a local cardiologist this past Thursday for my clearance. Totally body shamed me. Honestly, I've really never experienced it before and often I bring more of my own emotions on myself. Not with this....why are you here? What does your surgeon expect of me? why are you having bariatric surgery? what's wrong with diet, exercise and moderation? I felt awful. I went to work, and stewed about it all day...then sent a note off to the PA that works with my surgeon to make them aware as this cardiologist is within their Integrated Delivery Network. My surgeon's office apologized, thanked me for letting them know and they would send along to administration. The good news? He cleared me for surgery. His behavior, tone etc were unacceptable. I have one more item to check off and then submit for approval from insurance. I'm so grateful for this board and the openness of sharing. Thank you all.

Thank you for sharing this inspiration! I can't tell you how encouraging it is....yes, there is hope for the 2nd half of my life. Will continue to follow----thank you.

Good luck the next 2 weeks! Will be following....we're all here to support!

Following your surgery journey! Continue to stay strong as you're an encouragement to those like myself still in the pre-surg work up process. Sounds like you're staying the course and being patient with yourself. Thank you so much for sharing your story. I can't begin to tell you how much it helps. I have 3 upcoming appts. this week. Will continue to follow .... take care and have a great up-coming week.